Remote and Online Learning Resources
At Novel Effect we believe in the power of stories to transport us any place our imaginations can dream up! We’re here to support you, during these uncertain and anxious times, as you try to maintain a sense of normalcy for the children in your lives.
We’ll continue to update our resources below as you sort through the logistics of online and remote learning.
In App Titles with Full-Length Ebooks for Shared Read Alouds
The publishers or authors of these books have agreed to offer full-length free ebooks inside the Novel Effect app. They have also agreed to offer temporary permission for online readings. Recordings should be removed once normal school operations resume.
The Adventures of Frank and Mustard: Stuck in the Mud
by Simon Calcavecchia
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Author Resources: YouTube reading of Frank and Mustard by the author
Alycat and the Monday Blues
by Alysson Bourque
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Author Resources: Live streamed readings Thursdays at 10:30 CT visit the Alycat Facebook page for more details
China’s Child
by Evi Triantafyllides
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
The Cows Go Moo
by Jim Petipas
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Author Resources: Coloring worksheets
El Cuentro de Peter Rabbit
by Beatrix Potter
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Fast Freddy
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Food is Love
by Caela Collins
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Forever with Jesus
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
God’s Easter Miracles
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
God’s Gift
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Happy Hippos Have Healthy Hips
by Laura Fox
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
I’m Not Afraid
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
A Marvelous Mexican Misunderstanding
by Evi Triantafyllides
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
A Servant Like Jesus
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Slumberkins Presents The Feels
by Kelly Oriard and Callie Christensen
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Author Resources: Stress relief activities and downloads
Author Resources: Blog post – navigating anxiety in uncertain times
Author Resources: Live Reading, more info to come
The Tale of Benjamin Bunny
by Beatrix Potter
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck
by Beatrix Potter
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
by Beatrix Potter
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
What a Bragger!
by LeeAnn Mancini
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Wow! The Good News in Four Words
by Dandi Daley Mackall
On Mobile: Open in Novel Effect
Author Resource: Finger Puppets sheet
Author Resource: Bible Verses
In App Titles with Online Read Aloud Permissions
The publishers or authors of these books have agreed to offer temporary permission for online readings. Recordings should be removed once normal school operations resume.
Click the titles below on a mobile device or tablet to open the book in Novel Effect
Be Who You Are by Todd Parr (activity)
Bear Snores On by Karma Wilson
Bear Stays Up for Christmas by Karma Wilson
Cyclops Witch and the Heebie Jeebies by Kyle Sullivan and Derek Sullivan
The Earth Book by Todd Parr
How Much is a Little Girl Worth by Rachael Denhollander
The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires (activity)
La Idea Mas Maravillosa by Ashley Spires
The Peace Book by Todd Parr (activity)
The Thankful Book by Todd Parr (activity)
Today I’ll Be a Unicorn by Dana Simpson (activity)
The Wild Card Kids: A Journey to Magic by Hope and Wade King
Novel Effect's Storytime Read Alouds
The links below are for storytime videos featuring our team members and guests reading aloud from some of our favorite titles!
Click the titles below to watch the videos on our YouTube channel.
Click the titles below to watch the videos on our Facebook page.